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Who are the two animals in the story Legend of Sura and Baya? What were they fighting for?

• A lion and a tiger, fighting for survival.

• A shark and a crocodile, fighting for territory.

• A deer and a rabbit, fighting for food.

• A bird and a monkey, fighting for dominance.

• A whale and a seal, fighting for mates.

What happened to Malin Kundang at the end of the story? Why did that happen?

• He went to another village and started a new life.

• He returned home and lived happily with his family.

• He was cursed and turned into stone because he disrespected his mother.

• He became rich and famous for his good deeds.

• He found peace with his mother and apologized.

How did Purbasari treat Lutung Kasarung before she knew who he truly was?

• She ignored him completely.

• She treated him poorly and scolded him.

• She treated him kindly, giving him food and shelter.

• She was suspicious of him and avoided him.

• She tried to marry him, believing he was a prince.

What is the main conflict in the story of Sangkuriang? How does it drive the story?

• Sangkuriang tries to build a mountain to impress his father.

• Sangkuriang falls in love with a woman he does not know is his mother, leading to a tragic ending.

• Sangkuriang’s jealousy causes him to fight with his brother.

• Sangkuriang’s mother tries to stop him from becoming king.

• Sangkuriang discovers that he is actually a god.

In Legend of Lake Toba, what mistake did the man make that caused the lake to form?

• He broke a promise to his wife, revealing her true identity.

• He hunted an animal without permission from the gods.

• He built a dam that caused the river to overflow.

• He angered the spirits by speaking disrespectfully.

• He refused to share his wealth with his village.

Compare and contrast the characters of Malin Kundang and Sangkuriang. How do their actions affect their fate?

• Both are kind to their mothers, leading to positive outcomes.

• Both find success and happiness in the end.

• Both characters become heroes who protect their people.

• Sangkuriang forgives his mother, while Malin Kundang ignores her.

• Malin Kundang is punished for his disrespect, while Sangkuriang is unaware of his actions until too late.

Do you think it was right for Purbasari to forgive her sister? Why or why not?

• Yes, because forgiveness shows strength and kindness.

• No, because the sister did not deserve forgiveness.

• Yes, because it was the only way to gain the throne.

• No, because it would have been unfair to others.

• Yes, because her sister was forced to do wrong.

If you could change the ending of Sura and Baya, how would you make them become friends again?

• They would fight until one of them wins, and the other becomes submissive.

• They would find a common enemy to fight together.

• They would both agree to share the river and live peacefully.

• One would defeat the other in battle, leading to a lasting peace.

• They would both leave the area and never see each other again.

Which story below is correctly matched with the Indonesian cultural value it reflects, along with the reason?

• Malin Kundang reflects the value of responsibility and respect towards parents, as Malin’s actions lead to his punishment.

• Lutung Kasarung reflects the value of kindness and loyalty, as Purbasari treats the monkey with respect and stays faithful to him.

• Sura and Baya reflects the value of cooperation, as they work together to protect the river.

• Sangkuriang reflects the value of honesty, where he tells the truth to his mother.

• Lake Toba reflects the value of bravery, as the man fights a giant to save his family.

What is the main message of the story Golden Cucumber, and how does the main character show it?

• Timun Mas teaches us that bravery and intelligence can help us overcome even the greatest dangers, as shown when she escapes from the giant using magical items.

• Timun Mas reflects the value of greed, as she steals treasure from the giant to become rich.

• The story shows that revenge is the best way to solve problems, as Timun Mas defeats the giant by force.

• Timun Mas proves that disobedience brings success, because she refuses to follow her mother’s advice.

• The story encourages people to trust strangers, just like Timun Mas trusted the giant from the beginning.